Revenue Accountant
This is an Accountant role that will work within the Revenue and Receivables team and will report to the Senior Accountant. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work closely with our internal teams to process sales contracts and record the related invoicing and revenue. You will work collaboratively with multiple departments to understand, assess, and improve revenue and receivable processes. This position is based in Chicago.
Responsibility:
Perform day-to-day quote-to-cash activities, including end-to-end processing of license, transaction, and variable consumption contracts.
Perform monthly accruals, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
Assist in quarterly and year-end audit procedures, including audit requests.
Utilize Tableau for global revenue analysis and metric evaluation; help identify areas for process improvements and training.
Support global teams through a weekly forum to train and address questions and monitor Revenue Team Inquiry Queue.
Research and resolve day-to-day revenue accounting issues and assist with the resolution of significant or complex transactions to ensure proper application of US GAAP and ASC-606.
Develop and maintain relationships with various members of the organization in order to implement process improvements.
Work closely with local Accounts Receivable and India Shared Services teams to address client questions related to invoicing process and to ensure quality service, from invoicing through cash collection, for both internal and external customers.
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
1+ years of experience in public accounting or related position with focus on revenue and/or audit processes.
Experience with Microsoft Excel and manipulating and analyzing large volumes of data.
Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to cultivate positive working relationships.
Ability to work both independently and in a team environment and assume additional responsibilities over time.
Ability to multi-task and manage shifting priorities and deadlines, with attention to details.
Effectively handle change, identify and implement process improvements, and problem solve when faced with ambiguity.
Recommended Action:
Experience with SalesForce.com, Blackline, Tableau, and Oracle’s Contracts, Accounts Receivable and Cash Management modules is a plus.